Introduction
At Tour Tales, we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, provide essential functionality, and improve our services. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your options for managing cookies on our website.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and provide information to the website owners.
Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on our website:
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the proper functioning of our website. They enable features like user authentication and secure payment processing.
- Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often. This helps us improve the site's functionality.
- Functional Cookies: These cookies enable the website to remember your preferences, such as language or region, for a personalized experience.
- Marketing Cookies: These cookies track your online activity to deliver relevant advertisements based on your interests. They may also limit how often you see an ad.
Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party cookies from trusted providers, such as:
- Google Analytics: To collect anonymous data about website usage and improve our services.
- Facebook Pixel: To track conversions and deliver personalized advertisements on Facebook.
- Payment Providers: To facilitate secure payment processing.
How You Can Manage Cookies
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through the following methods:
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings. Refer to your browser's help section for instructions.
- Cookie Banner: Use our cookie banner to customize your cookie preferences when you visit our website.
- Third-Party Tools: You can opt out of targeted advertising using tools such as YourAdChoices.
Legal Basis for Using Cookies
Under GDPR, we use cookies based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: For non-essential cookies, such as marketing or performance cookies.
- Legitimate Interests: For essential cookies required to provide core website functionality.
Data Collected by Cookies
Cookies may collect the following types of information:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the website
Data Retention
The duration for which cookies are stored depends on their type:
- Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device until they expire or are deleted by you.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We encourage you to review this page regularly for the latest information.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@tour-tales.com
- Phone: +1 (646) 906-3192